At Saint Mary’s Hospital, our Registered Nurses in the Med/Surg Ortho & Neuro unit deliver high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population, including individuals recovering from surgery and those managing orthopedic injuries or neurological conditions.
What Makes This Role Unique
This unit utilizes an innovative Together Team Model, which includes a Virtual Nurse as part of the care team. The Virtual RN brings a minimum of seven years of experience and provides essential support to bedside staff, assisting with:
Admissions and discharges
Patient education
Purposeful rounding
Enhancing team communication
This collaborative approach ensures seamless, high-quality care for every patient while supporting staff efficiency and satisfaction.
What You Will Do
Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to adult patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Monitor patient progress, administer medications, and perform treatments in accordance with hospital protocols.
Educate patients and families on post-operative care, rehabilitation, and recovery processes.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Required:
Graduation from an accredited nursing school
Valid RN License in Connecticut
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Nursing
One or more years of experience in medical-surgical or ortho/neuro care within an acute inpatient setting
BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
Position Highlights:
Schedule: Full Time 36 hours/week –Night Shift
Rotation: Every 3rd weekend and every other holiday
Ministry/Facility Information:
Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.